# 15. Frontline Voices: Environmental Justice in North Carolina

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Podcast: [In Our Backyard Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/in-our-backyard-podcast-1010189)
Published: 2025-08-08T14:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

Today we’re diving deep into the fight for environmental justice right here in North Carolina. Our guest is Dr. Rania Masri , Co-Director of the North Carolina Environmental Justice Network , or NCEJN. It's a powerful grassroots organization committed to supporting communities on the frontlines of environmental harm. NCEJN has been a force in holding polluters and policymakers accountable, while centering the voices of those most impacted. In this episode, we’ll talk about the origins and mission of NCEJN, how the organization defines and practices environmental justice, and the major issues facing North Carolina, from industrial agriculture to regulatory inaction. We’ll also hear about recent wins, hard lessons, and what it really takes to build power in local communities.

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